Job Description
Responsibilities
The Accounting Controller will report to the Accounting Manager - Global Regions, based in London. The primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Accounting Supervision and Coordination
* Oversee the accounting of foreign entities in United-Kingdom and United States of America, ensuring compliance with local GAAP and IFRS,
* Lead and manage ad-hoc analyses,
* Booking and correction of accounting entries required during the review of the quarterly accounts,
* Submit quarterly IFRS reporting packages to the Group Consolidation team,
* Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and accounting firms.
Regulatory & Tax
* Oversee the filing of accounts, financial statements, and capital requirement reports,
* Ensure compliance with tax obligations (including income tax, VAT, etc.),
* Act as the main point of contact with tax authorities during audits,
* Coordinate with internal and external tax advisors when necessary.
Project Management
* Participate in the evolution of the ERP system (Microsoft Business Central),
* Support the setup of new offices in different countries,
* Contribute to optimizing internal processes, such as planning and fast-close procedures.
Profile:
* 3+ years of experience in asset management in a previous accounting role or with an audit firm,
* Strong communication and organisational skills: ability to implement methodologies, understand challenge, and synthesize data,
* Ability to interact with different offices and contributors in a dynamic environment,
* Extensive knowledge of IFRS standards,
* Experience working with or managing US entities and exposure to US GAAP / US compliance desirable,
* Solid understanding of FCA reporting and UK regulatory environment,
* Familiarity with consolidations and multi-entity accounting.